I'm so happy with the results from my 5 week wheel class with Sonia! I love all my pieces and Sonia…read morewas such a great teacher. I learned a lot and was able to be as creative as I wanted! The 2 free studio hours were helpful too. I ended up leaving with 22 pieces in all! Staff and the members are all really friendly and it felt like a family community.

Jacksonville Pottery Studio is such a fun and welcoming creative space. The instructors are…read morepatient, upbeat, and great at helping beginners feel confident on the wheel. The studio itself is clean, organized, and stocked with plenty of tools and glazes, so you can really experiment and make something personal. Classes move at a relaxed pace, and the whole vibe is encouraging rather than intimidating. It's the perfect spot for a date night, a group activity, or just a little solo creative time. I left with a piece I was genuinely proud of and a strong urge to come back for more.

What a great time we had! Mom and I had been planning a trip to Do Art for years. Finally we made…read moreit and we had a great time. This is a great place for artists at any level. My mom is a whiz at drawing and painting and I'm below a novice. Two year olds draw better than I do. There was a lot of pre-made ceramics to choose from; which was a lot of fun to browse through before settling on the right piece. The staff were really helpful. They explained different techniques - 3 coats of paint will give you a more solid color, don't paint light over dark - to help us get started. Our table was well grounded, not wobbly. This is important when you are painting delicate fine lines on your piece. The paint brushes were well used which could make it hard to paint the more delicate things. Lots of paint colors and ceramic pieces to choose from. The pricewas $9 lab fee that includes the cost of paint, firing, brushes, pencils and other goodies. Then you purchase ceramic you are painting. Prices for ceramic pieces cover a wide range. My small candy dish with lid cost $11.50 and mom's vase/paint brush holder was $10. But we had unlimited use of the studio and paints. We had our own table. 5 stars for the studio, very clean and people friendly. 5 stars for variety and price. 4 stars for staff. The more mature staff were always available and walking the floor to make sure everybody was helped and having a good time. At the staff change a younger group of staff came in. While friendly it was a bit harder to figure out who was staff and who wasn't when we checked out. I ended up approaching a nice college aged woman to ask her if she worked there. Her purse was on one of the tables and she was totally engrossed in painting a piece. She did work there and we were able to check out. Our pieces will be ready in a week. 3 stars for not having a better system for tracking ready to pick up items, items that have been fired and ready to go home. No labeling system. Just walk in and say I'm picking up a tea cup and the staff says is this it and you say yea or nay. They might have a pefrect system but I did worry about not getting my mom's vase returned. We will see on Friday. Overall it was a wonderful experience and I had a great time hanging out with my mom and watching her work her amazing artistic magic on that vase.

I love Do Art. I have been coming here since I was a little girl in elementary school (I am now in…read moremy third year of college). The old place was really cool because in the summer they had camps where you could make all your pieces and work on the potters wheels. It was a really good outlet for all of my creative energy, and it still is. I came here tonight with one of my girlfriends, and we had a really nice time just being mellow and painting. The ceramics to choose from was a bit lacking-they did not have what I was looking for, but I settled for a medium size box and a large square serving platter. Unlike their old place, they have a ton of paints and I didn't have to fight with people to get the color I wanted (this actually used to be a huge pain because you'd have to go around to every table to see who had the bottle of paint you were looking for), but now they have three bottles of every color available which is great. The studio is clean and I definitely give them props for their music choice- all the songs reminded me of my middle school days listening to Simple Plan and Bowling for Soup; it was almost nostalgic. The only complaint I really have is that the staff is not very friendly. When I first walked in, an older lady sitting at a table peered at me over her glasses and asked what I needed. My friend walked in after me and had a similar experience. That old lady needs to go or change her attitude. The other woman who came in later was super nice, however. All in all, it was a fun experience and I will be back. I hope next time that there will be more choices of ceramics to pick from!

Wonderful experience and time spent on a rainy thundering Saturday. You walk in pick out your…read morepottery. The pottery is priced individually you get a an introduction on where supplies are you grab your paints, a table and enjoy your time. I got the following pottery: Monster Truck Bank $40 Lotus Flower $24 Cactus $24 Total with tax $104. Everyone was so friendly, kind, staff and customers alike wonderful experience we will be back.

Such a fun spot! The vibe when you walk in is friendly and calm. My daughter had a great time…read morepainting her first pottery piece. I was running late to get there but was immediately relieved when I found out they had caffeine at the bar for me while I watched my kiddo work. Can't wait to come back. My daughter has asked to go again pretty much every day since.

Talk about supporting local this is a top choice. There is so much going on here from childrens…read moreprograms to helping hands and so much more. Its a vibe as you enter and see all the wonderful artistic projects in the room. They also offer events here for adults who want to have fun or corporate gatherings. Check out there website for theur newest fun events

I am so glad I found out about this place. What a great spot for just being creative regardless of…read morethe medium! I messaged Heather so that I could get some studio time and she was super accommodating. I spent a glorious three hours there today creating a random painting on my own. They have everything you need or want to make cool things. While I was there, Heather was making pottery which was super cool. I will definitely be back.

What a fun experience! We walked in with a party of two and were immediately greeted and given…read moreinstructions on how everything works. One of the girls behind the counter went upstairs and saved us a table and prepared it with what we would need. They have a lot of different pottery pieces to choose from and a bunch of different paints to use. It took us about two hours to complete our pieces and about a week for them to be ready for pickup. A fun note to add is that you can order a drink while you paint-water, sodas, and hard seltzers. We had a great time and plan to go back in the future!

My mom and I went to Corks & Colors and ended up painting mugs. We thought we'd be there for an…read morehour, but it easily turned into three because we were so relaxed and having such a good time. They have a great variety of pieces to choose from, and the whole environment feels cozy and creative. The only thing I'd mention is that the music kept shifting from loud to soft, which was a little distracting. If you're sensitive to sound, sitting outside might be a better option next time (the outdoor seating was full when we went). Overall, we loved it and will definitely be back. It's such a peaceful way to spend an afternoon.

The lady there guided my two children (and a whole group too) on how to make a decoration for the…read morefall season. It was such a fun experience and we will love putting out their fall crafts every year. Thank you!

The owner here is so down to Earth and kind! We had a beautiful homeschool field trip here today. A…read morelarge group of us decorated ornaments for Christmas. They had so many beautiful options to choose from! In addition to field trips, they also cater to classes! Im looking forward to scheduling the mosaic for birthdays celebrations! They have a package for $250 that includes cupcakes, pizza and up to 10 guests! They are adjacent to Ritters Frozen Custard. The building is baby blue in color and plenty of parking. I will definitely come here again!

Anna and George are friendly and knowledgeable about the products offered. Many different products…read moreoffered to do.

For Christmas we like to do family experiences. Picasso's Palette was what we found to celebrate in…read moreOcala. It was so surprisingly fun and relaxing. I called about 3 weeks in advance to book a private party in their small room. There were 12 of us (7 adults and 5 children). When I called to book I spoke with Anna who was super helpful in answering all of my questions. She was also our guide the day of the party. We were able to bring in our own food and drinks for the party. I will note that the party room does not have a ton of extra space if you have a larger party. There is a counter that can be used. Once our whole party arrived Anna gave instructions on what price point to stay within (pre arranged) and sent us off on our own to choose which ceramic we wanted. Then she instructed us to pick which colors we would like. You start with 4 and can add more as needed. Then we got to work. Our whole group was engaged in their project. We laughed and had a wonderful time. Once we were finished she collected our ceramics to store until they were put in the Kiln. The wait time was about 2 weeks. I would recommend for all ages and group sized.

Insider secret bring your own wine. Most fun you can have…read morewith your clothes on. Been to this place 4 times now, unfortunately moved to Tennessee so too hard to get there now. Experienced going to the morning market to pick out fresh ingredients for hour meal. This class was more of a demonstration class than actual cooking and you are served by a professional chef what could be better. Also he is a comedian that perhaps should be playing a part at a comedy club. In closing I hope I can get back there someday, absolutely wonderful experience.

Trying to find a cooking class in the area was challenging. I was looking for a hands on class but…read morefor the weekend that I wanted, nothing was available. I settled on a demonstration class with Chef Thompson. The menu for that Saturday night was "Low Country Cuisine", which included a roasted butternut squash salad with goat cheese, smoked bacon, and pickled red onions; Mayport shrimp and Carolina clam perlou; and a winter citrus "french toast" with pear coulis and limoncello whipped cream. Given that my friend is allergic to seafood, I asked about a beef or chicken option substitute and the chef was very accommodating! He added skirt steak to the menu. When we arrived around 5:30 pm for the Saturday class, a group of three was already there. The chef offered wine and water as we settled into the counter-height directors chairs to watch him prepare a delicious meal. Chef Bill is a natural teacher. He seamlessly cooked, talked about the food and the inspiration behind some of the dishes, and interacted with us. The smells, the tastes, and the whiffs of food were incredible! He definitely knows what he's doing! About 2 hours later, we were ready to eat. Chef Thompson set up a buffet for us and we were encouraged to fill our plates and to get seconds. There was more than enough food. This was definitely a five star experience but my OCD with germs drops it down to four stars. I'd have just liked to see a little more hand washing as he was touching his face and other items around the kitchen as he was cooking. But, that was a minor issue and one that I'm sure only I noticed. If you're looking for a little something different for a dinner date or for an activity with friends, check out this culinary institute. You'll be in for a delicious meal that night and with the recipes and tips that you'll get, you can recreate the meal at home too.

My friend invited me to make and paint a clay pot with her. It turned out to be so much more. For a…read morevery reasonable price we got a pound of clay each and that includes the studio time to make the piece and then to come back and glaze it after firing. We had extra clay left over and it is another $5 for extra Pieces over the original. It was such a relaxing time. They have a clay roller, if like me, you would rather have them roll it out consistently. They also have tons of tools, an employee to guide you, and books to inspire and guide! There are also classes to make lazy Susan's, fairy houses, throw on a wheel and simply come in to paint pieces also. Something for everyone. You can byof (bring your own food and drinks-provided you're of age) Wonderful concept and lots of fun!

I've come here a couple times to paint and I love the environment. Staff are helpful and there are…read morelots of pottery options. Great for dates and hangouts with friends.

Unless you're looking for some nice quiet beach time and to catch a tan, Flagler Beach isn't the…read moremost exciting beach hot spot on the east coast of Florida. Fortunately for us, all we wanted was a quiet therapuetic beach getaway so that we could get our tan on. We got half the deal, but sadly it rained for a good part of our get away. So what to do when it rains? Call Down to Earth and make an appointment to spend some time with Heather. If you get a her voice-mail, she is quick to respond. Make an appointment even if it's not raining! You can build in an hour of your time to do something very worthwhile! Her pottery studio is right by Break Awayz (read my review and go there too!) It's small and parking is across the street on the beach side. I already liked her studio when I walked in and heard country tunes playing on her Bluetooth. She was very patient with my 3 girls and was attentive when each one needed help with a particular skill. Even my 4 year old was able to independently navigate the potter's wheel after Heather guided her and gave her thorough instructions. (The step by step instructions are also listed on a board if you forget. ) The girls half way finished bowls looked worthy enough of Pottery Barn dishware. They have yet to glaze them, but I know they'll turn out beautiful. Not only do we get to walk away with lovely art work, but my girls enjoyed a rainy afternoon together as well. Trust me. Spending a little time here and then heading over next door for a hearty oatmeal stout and poke nachos, will be just as therapeutic as your time laying on the beach.

I would just like to say that unless you're an ace or become one, this place is not for you and not…read moreworth your time and money. The level of understanding that not everyone has an innate sense of what great Pottery looks like, and maybe needs more time to work on skills is lacking.